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Admissions RN

VITAS Healthcare

Stanford, California

You'll be the bridge moving patients from hospital or community care into hospice.

Posted Aug 12 · 2 years of experience

License
RN license Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state licenseValid state RN license
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Valid state RN license Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state license
Experience
2+ years of nursing experience Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred)
Also asks
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Also asks
Compassionate communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
Also asks
Active listener who builds trust and rapport
Also asks
Comfortable guiding others through uncertainty with empathy Confident in guiding others through uncertainty, addressing concerns with empathy
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Reliable, with strong follow-through and autonomy Reliable professional with strong follow-through and autonomy
Also asks
Patient-centered advocate committed to dignity and comfort

Preferred

Experience
Hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management

The role and schedule

Day to day
clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility
Day to day
patient and family teaching on hospice services and Medicare benefits Educate patients and families about hospice services and Medicare benefits
Day to day
emotional and clinical support during the hospice decision Provide emotional support and clinical guidance during the decision-making process
Day to day
completing the hospice admission, including paperwork and coordination Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation and coordination
Day to day
working with physicians, case managers and interdisciplinary teams Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams
Details
Balanced pace, not traditional bedside care Make a meaningful difference without the burnout of traditional bedside care.

The workplace

VITAS Healthcare
Hiring organization

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

Original listing

Posted on VITAS Healthcare’s careers page.

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Why Hospice? Why VITAS? Have you ever considered hospice as a clinical specialty—one that blends clinical expertise with deep human connection?

Just like cardiology or pediatrics, hospice is a specialty rooted in skill, compassion, and purpose. At VITAS, we’re redefining what’s possible in end-of-life care—one patient, one family at a time. Rediscover the Heart of Nursing You became a nurse to make a meaningful difference—to care, to educate, and to advocate during life’s most vulnerable moments.

If the hospital’s fast-paced environment has left you feeling burned out or disconnected from your purpose, VITAS offers a path back to what matters most. As a VITAS Hospice Admissions Nurse, you’ll be the compassionate bridge between hospital or community care and the comfort of hospice. You’ll guide patients and families through one of life’s most important transitions with clarity, empathy, and confidence.

This isn’t just a job—it’s a calling.

What You’ll Do

Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility Educate patients and families about hospice services and Medicare benefits Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams Provide emotional support and clinical guidance during the decision-making process Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation and coordination What We’re Looking For Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state license Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred) Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills Compassionate communicator with excellent interpersonal skills Active listener who builds trust and rapport Confident in guiding others through uncertainty, addressing concerns with empathy Reliable professional with strong follow-through and autonomy Patient-centered advocate committed to dignity and comfort Why You’ll Stay Mission-Driven Work Feel deeply connected to the heart of nursing by helping patients and families understand why hospice is the right care at the right time. A Balanced Pace, A Powerful Impact Make a meaningful difference without the burnout of traditional bedside care. Your time and talent are respected here.

Supportive Leadership & Collaborative Culture

Work in an environment where your clinical voice is heard, your expertise is valued, and your impact is recognized. Opportunities for Growth VITAS supports your professional development with ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

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What's around it?

In Stanford, CA

Stanford, CA

Living costs about 11% above the US average

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